10 Ways to Live a More Simple and Fulfilling Life

What we are all searching for and ultimately want is to claim the phenomenon that is our authentic self, the essence of the truth of who we are and in turn what creates our life. 

What does this mean? For some of us, we reach a point in our lives where we feel we have grown as far as we can in the direction we are going and the energy of our desire is pulling us in another direction. This small pull is our inner being telling us that it’s time to shift.

For others we are completely depleted of all energy and we don’t know what to do other than continue to creep along at a slow moving pace. It begins to feel as if things don’t shift a part of us might die. These are both indications that your truth is calling. Your life is asking you to return to its true essence. 

If we are going to listen to these calls for action and find our one true life that ultimately belongs to us then often we need support. Change can feel scary and we can get stuck in the rut of the “Island of Safety” but just because it feels safe and comfortable doesn’t mean it’s the best thing for us. This brings us to the 10 ways of bringing your life back into focus and setting new intentions:

1. Awareness: The Awareness that it is time for a change. When life guides you in a new direction it can bring great opportunities for change and growth. With this new found awareness comes new territory and rough terrain and it can take time to find your way. But with just the awareness alone you have already taken the first step toward the change you are seeking.
2. Explore Choice: There are usually a variety of choices when shifting your life in a different direction. These choices can be very apparent or some might be very subtle. However, bringing them to the forefront of your psyche can help in choosing which direction to take. Understanding that any choice is ultimately a shift in direction will help you understand that the most important thing at this point is to simply make a new choice.
3. Learn: Educating yourself is always a good idea. Learning something new can make you feel empowered and give you a new outlook on life. There is always something new to learn. When you feel a butterfly of passion about something new, learn everything you can about the subject. This may become the direction of your desire and your new life purpose.
4. Take Risks: Find the courage to move toward the life of your dreams. The biggest risk you can take is to never take the risk. We have all heard about the person who passed away with his song still inside him. Let it out! Take the risk! You won’t regret it.
5. Get Creative: Creativity helps your brain stay active and gives you the confidence in knowing you can express yourself through a productive outlet. Doing something creative whether it be journaling, painting, poetry etc. helps you realize your innate ability to create. This in turn allows you to realize and become the ultimate creator of your life.
   
   
   
6. Enjoy the Simple Things: Seize the best part of your day! Learn to see things in a positive light. We all have wonderful things happen to us even on what we might perceive as the worst day ever. We might get a glimpse of the sunset or see that the small rose bud bloomed in our garden. Our child or grandchild might touch our cheek or make us laugh. Our beloved might bring us a coffee. Notice all the wonderful things that happen to you throughout your day. Notice the energy shift you feel when you seize these moments and use that same energy to focus on your new intentions to change your life.
7. Speak to a Coach or Mentor:  Find someone to support you in finding that clarity you need to move forward. When you can’t decipher your thoughts it helps to have a friend or mentor to facilitate you in hearing that inner voice that is sometimes drowned out by fear and self talk. A Coach or Mentor can be a great support for those times when you just need some clarity.
8. Remember to Breathe: When you feel stuck, or frustration sets in it’s a great time to stop and take a few deep breaths. Breath work can help in learning to listen to your heart or your gut. When you sit quietly and listen to your breath it helps to turn down the mind chatter and allows for the wisdom systems in your body to whisper you toward a more positive and happy outcome. Breathe and Listen.
9. Accept the Unknown: When you feel uncertain be ok with that feeling and see it as a chance to discover new things. Allow yourself to be curious and open your heart and mind to explore new avenues. This curiosity will most likely guide you successfully through to the next chapter in your life. This curiosity will help mold your new intentions and help you create the life you desire.
10. Rewrite Your Story One Chapter at a Time:  Remember that your life is just an illusion it is just a story you are creating in your mind. When you feel lost or off track, you’re in the middle of a story: your story. Consider it your purpose and a gift really to change your story any way you choose. The way you react to any given situation creates your moments and those moments create your days and in the end your life. Choose with awareness and intention how you will move forward in writing your story. 

Let us all set an intention to learn, grow and move 

forward with awareness and focus. 

Learn to listen to your inner voice and find a support system to 

help guide you forward in your new pursuit. 

Persistence is the key, may we all find our way.